New 10???

[PM76]

If Ford does leave, which seems likely based on the normal accuracy of the Merc, I would like to see another 10 come in. Myler would be excellent IMO or another Stauntonesque player, who is experienced, can kick goals and knows how to run a game would be perfect to manage the side through the international periods. Bowden is a better 10 than Ford is at present so I would have no qualms if he becomes the "second choice". But having a back-up 10 who is also second choice 12 when both first choice 10 and 12 are prone to England call-ups is a bit risky IMO. Even if Mele arrives, who in the French style can play a bit at 10, I would like to see another 10 come in.

As for Bowden's goal-kicking I don't know how good it is but when he played at LI they normally had Tom Homer in the back 3 who is one of the best goal-kickers in the Prem and would goal-kick ahead of Flood and Ford so DB's kicking could be pretty good.

[BG01]

If Ford does leave, and if Bowden has chosen IC as his preferred position we will need to bring someone in. If Bowden is happy to play at stand-off then I think Flood/Bowden/Cornwell/Mele is more than enough cover for one position for the season, whilst we assess our options.



If we do want to bring someone in then I am happy with Myler, or even Cips (I imagine he'll be given short shrift and may take to the atmosphere). I would also be VERY happy to see Heathcote come in the other direction. A young, promising, fly-half who we can help become a great player. A kind of like-for-like with George Ford.

[Tiger Chris]

I read somewhere and I can't remember where that although gopperth is under contract next for the falcons he's not best pleased about playing fullback al year and might look to leave

[Mersey Tiger]

Dan Carter!

(As our new Star Player he would not count against the Salary Cap)

[BG01]

Dan Carter!

(As our new Star Player he would not count against the Salary Cap)

I'm pretty sure the marquee player has to have been at the club for two years.

[Mersey Tiger]

I thought that a marquee player had to be new to the club.

But I've probably got it wrong.

Someone on the Forum will know for certain.

Wouldn't say "No" to Gopforth
But does this mean that we always have to recruit players from Falcons!

[old one eye]

I would give Dan Bowden the 10 shirt and see how he goes while Floody is away. He is a very good stand off and a good kicker and he is then a very versatile player for the bench to cover Stand Off and centre.

[sam16111986]

Not in order.

10: Flood, Bowden, Cornwall
12. Allen, Forsyth, our new experienced Mauger style 12


15. Tait, Miller (please)

[rocktop51]

. I have thought about this, and I know I will get ripped to bits, but if Sale do go down then Cips might not be a bad option.

Read Geordan's book to see why he would never be considered at WR

I would like to see another 10 come in. Myler would be excellent IMO or another Stauntonesque player, who is experienced, can kick goals and knows how to run a game would be perfect to manage the side through the international periods.

I re-iterate my comment in the George Ford to Bath topic:-

I really can't believe this comment is serious - even the Saints supporters don't rate him. He's one dimensional, can't get a back line running - yes he can kick but we need more than that. If he signs then it would be such a retrogade step. one of the worst signings we could ever consider.

[PM76]

I re-iterate my comment in the George Ford to Bath topic:-

I really can't believe this comment is serious - even the Saints supporters don't rate him. He's one dimensional, can't get a back line running - yes he can kick but we need more than that. If he signs then it would be such a retrogade step. one of the worst signings we could ever consider.

It is serious. I can see why you disagree but Myler has been linked with us as a practical and realistic option I think he would be fine, especially with Bowden still in reserve. I wouldn't have him anywhere near "one of the worst signings we could ever consider" anyway.

[BJ.]

Thank you Wiggo. Something concrete at last.

Sorry BJ, but that link has been published at least twice in the George Ford to Bath article: http://forum.leicestertigers.com/viewto ... a&start=30

My apologies, I must have missed it. However, may I throw this into the ring?

From the Beeb

[jgriffin]

I re-iterate my comment in the George Ford to Bath topic:-

I really can't believe this comment is serious - even the Saints supporters don't rate him. He's one dimensional, can't get a back line running - yes he can kick but we need more than that. If he signs then it would be such a retrogade step. one of the worst signings we could ever consider.

It is serious. I can see why you disagree but Myler has been linked with us as a practical and realistic option I think he would be fine, especially with Bowden still in reserve. I wouldn't have him anywhere near "one of the worst signings we could ever consider" anyway.

I will repeat my comment from elsewhere - my sister-in-law and husband are longtime Stains ST holders and they think we would be mad to want Myler - though they'd love to get shot of him.

[ancientmariner]

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I will repeat my comment from elsewhere - my sister-in-law and husband are longtime Stains ST holders and they think we would be mad to want Myler - though they'd love to get shot of him.

That's that then - if your sister-in-law doesn't rate Myler he'll be lucky to get a job anywhere. No point in continuing the discussion.

[Rykard]

we do have a bit of history taking 'sows ears' and turning them into 'silk purses'.. so Myler may fit... damn we may even be able to get Cipriani to play (if he survives the practise field)

[kornboy130]

I hear plenty of voices at Welford road decrying why we bother to give Toby a contract.

Myler is as good a 2nd choice fly half as you're likely to get, especially considering we have Mele coming in.